tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31690656158897775862024-02-07T04:53:36.663-05:00The Power of CAREWhen you care, it shows...in the Choices you make, the Attitude you project, the Relationships you cultivate and the Effort you exert.
......What do you care about? Does it show?Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.comBlogger95125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-45090069487289477862011-06-09T12:02:00.000-04:002011-06-09T12:02:54.520-04:00Social Media Efforts<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV_qjkoGXQPoJWNP1drUXaTdH9nb-qQH1BNXyYnmfSBnnXfpec48WY33DSmBsk9NIibTFrD2T6VMRozQvqa8oZsVSS9dJHY66V6GmWODz44OUTQocAraw7JYTdjZnNouEcTBRD6qGGomoQ/s1600/j0402013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV_qjkoGXQPoJWNP1drUXaTdH9nb-qQH1BNXyYnmfSBnnXfpec48WY33DSmBsk9NIibTFrD2T6VMRozQvqa8oZsVSS9dJHY66V6GmWODz44OUTQocAraw7JYTdjZnNouEcTBRD6qGGomoQ/s200/j0402013.jpg" t8="true" width="200" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Well, there was a time when I was actually trying to do this thing called social media on a regular basis. It had its fun times, but it also was a lot a of work that seemed to take me away from other work. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">After a looooong hiatus from blogging and tweeting and facebooking -- I'm trying to ease myself back into it. The goal it to come up with a schedule or plan of action that makes sense. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div>One of these things I came up with is a strategy I heard some writers do. Commit to one page a day. I read once of this author who says she commits herself to writing at least one page a day. On some days, that page comes out in less than five minutes and she ends up on a roll and might do ten, twenty pages. On other days that one page might take 12 plus hours. <br />
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I certainly don't have 12 plus hours to commit to social media each day, but I am committed that my "one page" will be that I will do at least on social media activity each day. Like that writer, there may be days when I get on a roll and become inspired by an event in my life or an epiphany of brilliance may occur that I feel I have to share with the world. But I know on most days, it might just be one tweet, one facebook post, one viral video on YouTube....or one blog post. Can you guess what my "one page" is today?Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-85521348722554175552011-05-31T11:34:00.000-04:002011-05-31T11:34:18.658-04:00Looking for presentersHello All<br />
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One of my clients, the Maryland Head Start Association, is having its third annual Fall Networking Conference in Novemeber 2011 and has issued its RFP and pre-conference booklet seeking vendors and sponsors, etc.<br />
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Seriously, my last post in October of 2010 was at the end of my 26 hour marathon and I was tired. But I also was realizing that that event had been like my business: there was so much I wanted to do, but that I didn't get done because I couldn't do it alone. I needed help that day. I need help now. I need employees!<br />
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But when you are a small business and you make the realization that it is time to hire staff one of the biggest obstacles, besides letting the control freak in you take a break -- is figuring out how you're going to pay for it.<br />
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Hiring staff is expensive. Not only the search part, but also the training period. And lets face it, while most business people will agree that <strong><em><u>all </u></em></strong>of your employees should be either making you or saving you money, at the begining they cost you money. So where does a small business in this economy get the funds to hire staff?<br />
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Well for me. I had one big idea that went nowhere. (We won't talk about that) And then I had another big idea that equally fizzled.<br />
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So then I decided to make it more simple....T-Shirts for Jobs<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgztzReBXTUig3glCXQEszdiJsJ9V96oHy5mGsORK1ygFFHH4C_x7pae-516QWSg8DX5phx8ZjW17ZvwCoOOTkJeBYOYXayFJomHXMQczvDcy25K7yOZuqFIl5gqMQLKFYx9sjjcmxTjWvQ/s1600/Tshirts+for+Jobs+Logo.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="305" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgztzReBXTUig3glCXQEszdiJsJ9V96oHy5mGsORK1ygFFHH4C_x7pae-516QWSg8DX5phx8ZjW17ZvwCoOOTkJeBYOYXayFJomHXMQczvDcy25K7yOZuqFIl5gqMQLKFYx9sjjcmxTjWvQ/s320/Tshirts+for+Jobs+Logo.JPG" width="320" /></a><br />
I decided to sell T-shirts that have graphics about one of my most popular quality improvement theme...The Power of CARE. I'd use the proceeds to help fund hiring new staff to help me grow my business.<br />
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And I decided to bring a couple of organizations I care about along with me for the ride. So a portion of the proceeds will go to the Maryland Head Start Association and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware.Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-105730255145934122010-10-23T09:00:00.000-04:002010-10-23T09:00:04.934-04:00It's 9 AM!Yeah. I'm going to go take a nap.<br />
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Thank you to all those who helped contribute to this day, both as guest, contributors and behind the scences.<br />
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You know how they say there is a law against something because at least one time someone tried to do it? For example, in Devon, Texas, it is against the law to make furniture while you are nude. Now I have no doubt that this law came about because someone tried to do it and someone else got offended.<br />
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Well we have our video game timetable rule because after we bought a video game we caught my son downstairs playing it at 5:30 am in the morning. <br />
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<strong><span style="color: purple; font-size: large;"><em>Nadine</em></span></strong>Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-61254824420038600182010-10-23T06:54:00.002-04:002010-10-23T06:54:36.544-04:00I'm Not Alone In the Dining Room AnymoreMy husband is now up and across the dining room table from me. We have dueling laptops.<br />
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I think he just snickered at me.<br />
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<span style="color: purple; font-size: large;"><em>Nadine</em></span>Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-29509947230055842432010-10-23T06:33:00.000-04:002010-10-23T06:33:35.838-04:00Why Did You Make The Leap: Oana Hogrefe, Photographer<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Recently I ask for some entrepreneurs to share why and how they made the leap from the j-o-b to starting their own business...</span></span></span><br />
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I have been pursuing a safe (although difficult) high-tech/science path for many years. I hold a PhD in Physics, and have been holding corporate positions in the IT/software industry for 9 years. <br />
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I decided to become an entrepreneur when I realized that the way I spent my waking hours needs to reflect my passions, priorities and what brings me joy. The corporate ladder has its advantages, but it can also feel constricting and many of the limitations are out of ones control. <br />
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I am now a full time owner of a boutique photography studio in Atlanta, and I love the feeling of being able to have my business be an authentic extension of myself, my beliefs, priorities, personality and passions..<br />
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For people who are looking into owning their own business, here are a few pieces of advice: avoid paralysis by analysis. Move forward daily, even if with small steps. You will never be completely perfectly ready to make the leap. You will not replace your previous income right away. Growing a business takes determination, focus and action. Be a little better every time. Deliver exceptional products or services. Align your actions with your passion, and people will appreciate your genuine spirit.<br />
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<a href="http://www.shutterview.com/">http://www.shutterview.com/</a>Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-11768368762861233182010-10-23T05:40:00.001-04:002010-10-23T06:48:15.390-04:00CARE-a-thon Part DeuxI am too tired to be brilliant. :-)<br />
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Just like when I do my trainings, I had so much I wanted to convey... Especially about The Power of CARE. All of the things I wanted but didn't get a chance to -- until I was too tired to do them justice -- will have to wait for another day.<br />
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Now that I have a better understanding of YouTube, I'll definately use it more. Be on the look out for more YouTube videos from me. I've decided that this blog needs more information about how the Power of CARE relates to all aspects of our lives...everything we care about.<br />
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Is it 9 AM yet? Not even close...<br />
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<span style="color: purple; font-size: large;"><em>Nadine</em></span>Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-40609611821308695112010-10-23T04:37:00.001-04:002010-10-23T06:41:20.475-04:00Monitoring Social MediaWell I've spent the last few hours montinoring my social media presence. I've been posting and linking the CARE-a-thon videos on various pages and sites. This one part marketing event, one part experiment has produced some interesting results. Maybe I'll let you in on them when I'm not sleep deprived and can be more coherent.Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-19210852797816542152010-10-23T03:08:00.001-04:002010-10-23T06:50:26.044-04:00This Is Why Hospitals Make MistakesBecause the staff are all sleep deprived. How in the world can you do a 24 or 36 hour shift?Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-46209907813598860262010-10-23T00:22:00.000-04:002010-10-23T00:22:27.974-04:00Midnight MusingsIt's after midnight. What's on my mind after 17 hours of this social media marathon?<br />
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For more information about Lauren's company, visit her <a href="http://www.resumayday.com/">website</a>.<br />
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I took a few moments to talk with photographer Scott Hewitt about his art and some of the new technology that is added new demensions to his work.<br />
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For more information about 360 degree phtography, visit Scott's websites. <br />
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<a href="http://www.scotthewitt.com/">http://www.scotthewitt.com/</a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.dgree360.com/">http://www.dgree360.com/</a> <br />
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For more information about Woman Beautiful, visit the website at www.womanbeautiful.usNadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-52059828284241227622010-10-22T16:11:00.000-04:002010-10-22T16:11:45.890-04:00Career SudokuI had a great talk about strategically planning ones career with author Adriana Llames.<br />
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I had quite a few segments that I wanted to do during the day, but I guess I will have to move them to this evening. I scheduled more interviews than I could humanly do alone and still create my real time videos on my Flip camera.<br />
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It just goes to show you that those small business people who seem to have so much of a social media presence, probably have a little help. Even with technology, it can take up a lot of your time.<br />
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Oh well. While everyone is asleep at my house tonight, I'll be talking into a camera. I was going to be up any way. :-)<br />
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UPDATE: No, I wasn't talking into a camera all night. Too tired. Will do those segments another day(s).Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-72672134671899730432010-10-22T12:37:00.002-04:002010-10-22T12:40:40.714-04:00"The Celebritizer"<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAaOY_FIrAfs3fvb31fRAXIWW6DvpY9dM5u0uuIuUDtJQS3MNe0kFg3GZMeB3QrE65xB_qg3exWfgAVuYWnlbQE5GOJhAwY3wevfQuq_l1ot8JPzZUC0fxxZCwRrUC8ikEDgk1LGuKDb3/s1600/ITNewCoverSm.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" nx="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXAaOY_FIrAfs3fvb31fRAXIWW6DvpY9dM5u0uuIuUDtJQS3MNe0kFg3GZMeB3QrE65xB_qg3exWfgAVuYWnlbQE5GOJhAwY3wevfQuq_l1ot8JPzZUC0fxxZCwRrUC8ikEDgk1LGuKDb3/s320/ITNewCoverSm.jpg" width="205" /></a>You know I love a great interview. When it comes to this blog, I want to be sure I am being a good interviewer. In addition, in those times I am the guest, I also want to make a good impression. <br />
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If you do too, you should take a few tips from Gayl Murphy, "The Celebritizer" who has done more than 14,000 interviews and has literally written the book on how to be a great interview that the media seeks out.</div><br />
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Check out her other <a href="http://powerofcare.blogspot.com/2010/10/making-community-service-family-affair.html">interview</a>.<a href="http://www.blogger.com/"></a><span id="goog_468124976"></span><span id="goog_468124977"></span>Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-10806917604772361992010-10-22T08:46:00.001-04:002010-10-22T08:48:16.034-04:00Interview with the Bliss MistressBliss Mistress, Edie Weinstein and a few other great women are coming to Philadelphia today, but she took a few moments to talk to me.<br />
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For more information about Amazing Woman's Days across the country go to <a href="http://www.amazingwomansday.com/">http://www.amazingwomansday.com/</a><br />
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Well this is the first of many blog posts today. I was suppose to have a video, but I'll have to post that later. Murphy's Law I have had technical difficulties this morning already.<br />
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But stay tuned. We have several interviews planned and I have a great deal to share with you about The Power of CARE. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">UPDATE: Obviously got the video working and posted. :-)</span>Nadine Owens Burtonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08428230928232361330noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3169065615889777586.post-83514896387858392882010-10-22T07:00:00.007-04:002010-10-22T09:53:05.540-04:007 AM First Video | Power of CARE-a-thonYes, it is still dark outside. And since I have'nt done my hair and make-up yet, I was not concerned about adjusting the lighting. :-)<br />
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For those balancing the challenges of homelessness, in addition to trying to obtain shelter and food each day, many must also deal with how to maintain a semblance of normalcy in their personal attire.<br />
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In many homeless shelters, next to the food pantry is also a clothes closet that continually needs replenishing. This is where people like Jennifer Maulsby and the <a href="http://www.socksnundies.org/">Socks'nUndies Sunday Program</a> comes to the rescue.<br />
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I recently had an opportunity to talk to Jennifer about her organization -- Everyday Philanthrophy -- and its signature program, Socks'n Undies Sunday.<br />
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For more information about the Socks n Undies Program, visit their website at <a href="http://www.socksnundies.org/">http://www.socksnundies.org/</a><br />
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I had a wonderful talk with Marissa Vogel -- the founder and executive director of Little Helping Hands in Austin, Texas -- who shares this belief and put forth the effort to make family community service easier in her community.</div><br />
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